Wind River

— This film is vaguely like an episode of CSI set on a harsh, cold, Wyoming Native American reservation. It deals with issues to which I’m partial—things like grief, retribution, isolation, atonement, vengeance, disenfranchisement, and cultural differences—in a stark, cold, beautiful landscape with an unlikely duo leading the action. The script is good although a little symbolism goes a long way, and there’s plenty of soul searching and pensiveness as the details of the crime are revealed. There are also competent actors setting the perfect tone and gorgeous cinematography. I liked the film a lot.

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[2017. 107 min. Directed by Taylor Sheridan. Starring Jeremy Renner, Kelsey Asbille, Julia Jones, and Teo Briones.]
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